I use this for hiking and running(both trail and road). I can't say enough about what a great tool this watch is. The GPS is the most fun, you can download your activity and see it on Google Maps and Satellite. I am not a particularly technical person, but I can work this watch with ease. I monitor, heart rate, altitude, respiration etc. Really gives you a accurate depiction of your workout...Love to upload it to Movescount.com see my workouts on screen.